2026 ODNR Seasonal Lifeguard - Grand Lake St. Marys State Park

2026 Odnr Seasonal Lifeguard - Grand Lake St. Marys State ParkOrganization: Natural ResourcesCompensation: $20.58/hourSchedule: Part-timeWork Hours: Varies, Includes WeekendsClassified Indicator: UnclassifiedUnion: Exempt from UnionPrimary Job Skill: Parks and RecreationTechnical Skills: Natural Resources, Parks and RecreationProfessional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, ResponsivenessAgency Overview: Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) seeks to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!Job Description: We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of seasonal (unclassified) Lifeguard within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, assigned to Auglaize County. The address is 834 Edgewater Dr., St. Marys, Ohio 45885. To learn more about Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, please visit the Grand Lake St Marys State Park website.What you will doRescue swimmers in distress (e.g., enter water to aid potential drowning victims; use rescue equipment (e.g., rescue tube, rescue board; canoe) to tow/pull swimmer to safety): perform emergency first aid (e.g., administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation; hold compress to bleeding area; cover victim).Guard designated swimming area against drownings & related accidents; advise public of pertinent provisions of Ohio Revised Code & Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Parks & Watercraft Division rules & regulations; request public's compliance with laws, rules & regulations; attend training sessions.Complete incident report forms; inspect safety equipment for any needed repairs; maintain swimming area (e.g., pick up litter, empty trash containers, check restrooms, vending machines, mow grass, paint surfaces); keep supervisor well informed of swimming area maintenance needs (cleaning, chemical adjustments, and repairs).Hourly pay of $20.58/hr. Duration May 2026 to September 2026Work hours These positions are utilized during the division's anticipated busiest season and may include weekends, evenings & rotating shifts. Unusual working conditions These positions require exposure to weather; exposure to potentially hostile general public; exposure to danger in performing water rescue. Please note These seasonal positions will remain at step 1 of the pay range. These seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits (e.g. vision, dental, life, health insurance, holiday pay, leave accruals [vacation, personal, sick], any other paid leave, shift differentials, etc.).Why Work for the State of Ohio: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.Qualifications: American Red Cross lifeguard training certificate or American Red Cross lifeguard training certificate 2, YMCA - National YMCA lifeguard certificate, Boy Scouts Of America - BSA lifeguard certificate or BSA aquatic instructor certificate, Ellis & Associates - national pool & watermark lifeguard training certificate, or nationally recognized equivalent; CPR (i.e., cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) certificate. If required to work longer than four months, the final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per Section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio revised code.